UNRWA Halts Aid to Gaza Due to Safety Concerns

The UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, has stopped aid deliveries to Gaza via the main cargo crossing due to security threats. This decision follows incidents of looting and armed robbery on the Gaza side, emphasizing the growing danger in the area.

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) for Palestinian refugees has announced an immediate halt to aid deliveries into Gaza through the main cargo crossing.

Philippe Lazzarini, UNRWA's head, stated that the decision was driven by increasing security threats and incidents of looting along this crucial route.

In recent days, armed men have targeted UNRWA convoys, including a large one last month and another shipment on Saturday, highlighting the risks faced by aid workers.

(With inputs from agencies.)